Tag: mobile

Sword Art Online: Memory Defrag

Sword Art Online: Memory Defrag was a free-to-play 2D mobile action MMORPG that translated the Sword Art Online anime and manga into quick, touch-driven combat and character collecting. Instead of building a single avatar, you assembled a party of familiar faces from the series, each bringing different weapons, skills, and stats, then took them through story quests and event battles that leaned heavily on flashy special attacks and well-timed defensive play.

Publisher: Bandai Namco
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: January 24, 2017
Shut Down Date: August 30, 2021
Pros: +Strong visual presentation for mobile. +Faithful use of the SAO setting and cast. +Large roster of recruitable characters.
Cons: -Monetization can feel pay-to-win. -You control one fighter at a time in battle. -Gacha-based recruiting can be frustrating.

Sword Art Online: Memory Defrag Shut Down on August 30, 2021

Dragon Revolt

Dragon Revolt is a fantasy-themed mobile MMORPG from Snail Games that leans on the classic party formula of tank, damage, and healer. Players pick a side in a faction war, select one of three familiar roles, then head into dungeons and boss fights using a small, curated skill loadout designed for quick touch-screen combat.

Publisher: Snail Games
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: May 16, 2017
Shut Down: 2021
Pros: +Classic holy trinity roles that encourage party play. +Strong visual presentation for a mobile MMO. +Two rival factions to align with.
Cons: -Limited population makes grouping harder. -Monetization can create power gaps. -Occasional stability and connection problems.

Dragon Revolt Shut Down in 2021

Light of Aiaran

Light of Aiaran was a fantasy mobile MMORPG that leaned into an anime-inspired look and a bright, “bigger than life” sense of adventure. Players picked a race and class, then pushed through quests, dungeons, and boss fights while collecting cosmetics to personalize their character. It also featured a temporary power-up transformation that let you take on a godlike form for short bursts, plus PvP and co-op world boss hunts for players who wanted something beyond routine grinding.

Publisher: ENP Games
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: April 05, 2017
Shut Down: August 17, 2018
Pros: +Vibrant anime-style presentation. +Playful, colorful monster designs. +A sizable world to roam.
Cons: -Heavy reliance on auto-play. -Visuals feel dated today. -No trading between players.

Light of Aiaran Shut Down on August 17, 2018

SINoALICE

SINoALICE is a mobile RPG that reimagines well-known fairy tales, including Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, and Snow White, as darker character-driven stories. Battles play out in real time, and progression leans heavily on collecting and upgrading a large arsenal, with more than 150 weapons available to use.

Publisher: Pokelabo
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Mobile RPG
Release Date: July 1, 2020 (Global)
Pros: +Fast-paced real-time combat. +Distinctive, high-quality art direction. +Music backed by the NieR: Automata composer (strong soundtrack).
Cons: -Core loop can start to feel repetitive.

Hero of Magic

Hero of Magic was a free-to-play mobile MMORPG built around tactical, turn-based encounters where elemental matchups mattered. Players created a character from several looks and then progressed through a broad class roster, while also capturing and raising Zodiac Monsters to fight alongside them. Between its colorful 3D presentation, companion collecting, and steady stream of upgrades for skills and gear, it aimed to blend classic party RPG structure with MMO-style social features.

Publisher: Elex Tech
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: June 18, 2016
Shut Down: November 10, 2017
Pros: +Strong-looking visuals for a mobile MMO. +Plenty of class options to work toward. +A large pool of companions to collect and build.
Cons: -Monetization could tip balance in competitive progression. -Many activities lean heavily on auto-play. -You only directly control two party members.

Hero of Magic Shut Down on November 10, 2017

Battle Breakers

Battle Breakers blended tactical, grid-based battles with a playful mashup of fantasy and sci-fi. You built a roster of heroes and pushed back a kingdom-wide invasion of alien monsters, relying on smart positioning, elemental tricks, and over-the-top abilities rather than pure stat checks.

Publisher: Epic Games
Type: Tactics RPG
Release Date: November 13, 2019
Shut Down: December 30, 2022
Pros: +Bright, memorable art direction. +Built with Unreal Engine 4. +Fun fantasy and sci-fi crossover theme.
Cons: -Stiff-looking animations. -Interface can feel awkward to navigate.

Battle Breakers Shut Down on December 30, 2022

Blade and Soul Mobile

Blade and Soul Mobile adapts the Blade and Soul universe into a fantasy-themed mobile TCG, focusing on building a compact five-card deck and taking it into quick battles. Players collect hundreds of cards, then push their power higher by improving stats through upgrades and by slotting in gear like weapons, armor, and accessories.

Publisher: Tencent Games
Type: Mobile TCG
Release Date: March 10, 2016 (China only)
Shut Down: 2022
Pros: +Huge card pool with lots to chase. +Battles mix auto actions with timed inputs. +Multiple progression layers, including upgrades and gear.
Cons: -Hard to research in detail due to scarce coverage. -Never received an announced Western release.

Blade and Soul Mobile Shut Down in 2022

Pokémon Duel

Pokémon Duel blends the Pokémon brand with a turn-based board game ruleset built for mobile play. You assemble a squad of six Pokémon figures, maneuver them across a node-based board, and try to slip a single figure into the opponent’s goal before they do the same to you, all while collecting new pieces and upgrading their battle wheels.

Publisher: Nintendo
Type: Mobile Board Game
Release Date: January 24, 2017
Shut Down: October 31, 2019
Pros: +A clever board game spin on the Pokémon license. +Large variety of collectible figures to build teams. +Upgrades that improve wheel consistency (accuracy and damage).
Cons: -Frequent technical issues and bugs. -PvP matchmaking could be slow. -Monetization created pay-to-win pressure.

Pokemon Duel Shut Down on October 31, 2019

Flyff Legacy

Flyff Legacy is a free-to-play mobile MMORPG that adapts the Flyff universe for phones and tablets, letting you quest across Madrigal either on the ground or while cruising above it. It leans on familiar MMO staples like dungeon runs, gear upgrades, and party play, with a reincarnation loop for long-term character progression and several PvP options for competitive players.

Publisher: Gala Lab
Playerbase: Low
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: 2017
Pros: +Three distinct starter classes. +Reincarnation system extends long-term leveling. +Ground travel plus aerial exploration. +Parties provide meaningful bonuses and encourage grouping.
Cons: -Progress can be grind-heavy. -Interface can feel busy on smaller screens. -Auto-battle reduces hands-on combat.

Afterpulse

Afterpulse is a free-to-play mobile third-person shooter built around quick, real-time multiplayer firefights. It focuses on familiar competitive formats like Deathmatch and Team Deathmatch, while pushing long-term progression through an extensive weapon collection system with rarity tiers, from compact SMGs all the way to heavy rocket weapons.

Publisher: Gamevil
Type: Mobile Shooter
Release Date: October 22, 2015
Shut Down Date: January 10, 2022
Pros: +Huge weapon collection (800+). +Frequent events and rotating activities. +Three PvP modes for competitive play.
Cons: -Limited movement options (no jump or crouch). -Mode variety feels close in practice. -Matchmaking can create uneven fights.

Afterpulse Shut Down on January 10, 2022